"You can't blame Dongran for this; anyone who spent years serving such a magical master as Zhou Xingcai would be scared. At least she hasn't suffered abuse in that way, or she'd really have no way to cultivate."
No rush, Dongran is the type to accumulate and burst forth later. In a previous life's game, she'd be the late-blooming main C, carrying everyone. Talent is important. Once she starts cultivating, her speed will take off quickly.
"And Qingzhu's goodwill towards the sect jumped to a full ten out of ten, which was expected. After all, I've been quite nice to her. Although she usually teases me in secret, I haven't bullied her much, which isn't bad."
"Upon finding out I'm the Sect Leader of the Ascension Gate, her goodwill instantly maxed out."
"This girl is so naive, not even afraid I'd deceive her."
